Macbeth

About Macbeth

Out of Chaos in association with Oxford Playhouse

Directed by Mike Tweddle

Performed by Hannah Barrie and Paul O’Mahony

Something wicked this way comes…

Step into a world where ambition fuels chaos and destiny spirals out of control. This bold reimagining of Shakespeare’s timeless tragedy lays bare the psyche of a man caught in the struggle between valour and deception.

When a trio of mysterious witches plants the seeds of ambition, Macbeth finds himself drawn into a dark spiral of power and betrayal. Guided by his ambitious wife, he embarks on a path of destruction that threatens to unravel both his mind and the kingdom.

With stunning visuals and a fresh interpretation, Out of Chaos explores the intersection of fate and free will, inviting audiences to witness the chilling consequences of unchecked ambition.

With two award-winning actors boldly playing more than 20 roles, Shakespeare’s brutal tragedy is given new life in a haunting, breakneck adaptation that retains the intensity and intrigue of the original cautionary tale, all in 80 high-octane minutes.

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Reviews

“A very powerful piece of theatre”. ★★★★★

LondonTheatre1.com

“Action-packed, slimline success”. ★★★★

The Reviews Hub

“Astonishing. Meticulous. Flawless”.

Oxford Culture Review

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Tickets

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Booking information

Ticket prices:
From £14.00

Dates & times:
Tuesday 29 April at 2.00pm (Post-show Talk)
Wednesday 30 April at 2.00pm (Post-show Talk) and 7.30pm (Captioned)
Thursday 01 May at 2.00pm (Post-show Talk)

Running time:
80 minutes, with no interval.

Age guidance: 
11+

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